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Climate Change and India's Economy

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What is the primary cause of climate change?

  1. Deforestation

  2. Burning fossil fuels

  3. Volcanic eruptions

  4. Solar flares

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The burning of fossil fuels, such as coal, oil, and natural gas, releases greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. These gases trap heat, causing the Earth's temperature to rise.

How does climate change affect India's economy?

  1. It increases agricultural productivity.

  2. It reduces the frequency of natural disasters.

  3. It leads to more extreme weather events.

  4. It improves the quality of air and water.

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Climate change is causing more frequent and severe heat waves, droughts, floods, and storms. These events can damage crops, infrastructure, and property, and can also lead to loss of life.

Which sector of the Indian economy is most vulnerable to climate change?

  1. Agriculture

  2. Industry

  3. Services

  4. Tourism

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Agriculture is the most vulnerable sector of the Indian economy to climate change. This is because agriculture is heavily dependent on rainfall, and climate change is causing changes in rainfall patterns. Additionally, rising temperatures can make it difficult for crops to grow.

How can India adapt to the impacts of climate change?

  1. By investing in renewable energy.

  2. By improving energy efficiency.

  3. By developing more resilient crops.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

India can adapt to the impacts of climate change by investing in renewable energy, improving energy efficiency, developing more resilient crops, and implementing other adaptation measures.

What is the role of the government in addressing climate change?

  1. To regulate greenhouse gas emissions.

  2. To invest in renewable energy and energy efficiency.

  3. To provide financial assistance to vulnerable communities.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The government has a role to play in addressing climate change by regulating greenhouse gas emissions, investing in renewable energy and energy efficiency, providing financial assistance to vulnerable communities, and implementing other policies and programs to reduce the impacts of climate change.

What is the role of businesses in addressing climate change?

  1. To reduce their greenhouse gas emissions.

  2. To invest in renewable energy and energy efficiency.

  3. To develop more sustainable products and services.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Businesses have a role to play in addressing climate change by reducing their greenhouse gas emissions, investing in renewable energy and energy efficiency, developing more sustainable products and services, and implementing other measures to reduce their environmental impact.

What is the role of individuals in addressing climate change?

  1. To reduce their carbon footprint.

  2. To support businesses that are taking action on climate change.

  3. To advocate for government action on climate change.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Individuals have a role to play in addressing climate change by reducing their carbon footprint, supporting businesses that are taking action on climate change, advocating for government action on climate change, and educating themselves and others about climate change.

What is the Paris Agreement?

  1. An international agreement to limit global warming.

  2. An agreement between the United States and China to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

  3. An agreement between the European Union and India to promote renewable energy.

  4. An agreement between the United Nations and the World Bank to provide financial assistance to developing countries for climate change adaptation.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Paris Agreement is an international agreement within the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) dealing with greenhouse gas emissions mitigation, adaptation and finance starting in the year 2020.

What is India's target for reducing greenhouse gas emissions under the Paris Agreement?

  1. 33%

  2. 35%

  3. 40%

  4. 45%

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

India has pledged to reduce the emissions intensity of its GDP by 33% to 35% by 2030, compared to 2005 levels.

What is the Green Climate Fund?

  1. A fund established by the United Nations to provide financial assistance to developing countries for climate change adaptation and mitigation.

  2. A fund established by the World Bank to provide financial assistance to developing countries for climate change adaptation and mitigation.

  3. A fund established by the Asian Development Bank to provide financial assistance to developing countries for climate change adaptation and mitigation.

  4. A fund established by the African Development Bank to provide financial assistance to developing countries for climate change adaptation and mitigation.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Green Climate Fund (GCF) is a global fund created to support the efforts of developing countries to respond to the challenge of climate change. GCF helps developing countries limit or reduce their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and adapt to the impact of climate change.

What is the National Adaptation Fund for Climate Change?

  1. A fund established by the Government of India to provide financial assistance to states and union territories for climate change adaptation.

  2. A fund established by the World Bank to provide financial assistance to states and union territories for climate change adaptation.

  3. A fund established by the Asian Development Bank to provide financial assistance to states and union territories for climate change adaptation.

  4. A fund established by the African Development Bank to provide financial assistance to states and union territories for climate change adaptation.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Adaptation Fund for Climate Change (NAFCC) is a central sector scheme under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change. The objective of the scheme is to support concrete adaptation activities in areas that are particularly vulnerable to the adverse impacts of climate change.

What is the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana?

  1. A scheme launched by the Government of India to provide free LPG connections to poor households.

  2. A scheme launched by the Government of India to provide free electricity connections to poor households.

  3. A scheme launched by the Government of India to provide free solar cookers to poor households.

  4. A scheme launched by the Government of India to provide free water connections to poor households.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) is a scheme of the Government of India launched in 2016 for providing LPG connections to women from Below Poverty Line (BPL) households.

What is the Ujala scheme?

  1. A scheme launched by the Government of India to promote the use of energy-efficient LED bulbs.

  2. A scheme launched by the Government of India to promote the use of energy-efficient fans.

  3. A scheme launched by the Government of India to promote the use of energy-efficient air conditioners.

  4. A scheme launched by the Government of India to promote the use of energy-efficient refrigerators.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ujala scheme is a scheme launched by the Government of India in 2015 to promote the use of energy-efficient LED bulbs. The scheme provides LED bulbs at subsidized rates to consumers.

What is the National Solar Mission?

  1. A mission launched by the Government of India to promote the use of solar energy.

  2. A mission launched by the Government of India to promote the use of wind energy.

  3. A mission launched by the Government of India to promote the use of hydropower.

  4. A mission launched by the Government of India to promote the use of nuclear energy.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Solar Mission (NSM) is a major initiative of the Government of India to promote solar power generation in the country. The mission was launched in 2010 with the aim of achieving 100 GW of solar power capacity by 2022.

What is the National Wind Mission?

  1. A mission launched by the Government of India to promote the use of wind energy.

  2. A mission launched by the Government of India to promote the use of solar energy.

  3. A mission launched by the Government of India to promote the use of hydropower.

  4. A mission launched by the Government of India to promote the use of nuclear energy.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Wind Mission (NWM) is a major initiative of the Government of India to promote wind power generation in the country. The mission was launched in 2015 with the aim of achieving 60 GW of wind power capacity by 2022.

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